Production Assistant

Overview Of The Company

Fox News Media

FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

Job Description

FOX News Media is looking for a hardworking Production Assistant for a multi-vertical news program. As a Production Assistant, you will find and cut the most compelling videos while creating informative, catchy graphics to visually tell the story. The Production Assistant must have a passion for current events and enjoy working in a fast-paced, breaking news environment. An understanding of national politics and interest in general news is required.

a Snapshot Of Your Responsibilities

• Create and edit compelling videos and graphics
• Pitch story ideas and help produce segments
• Conduct research
• Identify and help book potential guests for stories
• Work alongside team members to produce content for social media
  
  

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
• Bilingual in Spanish and English required
• Solid understanding of international news coverage preferred
• Strong knowledge of news, politics, and current events
• Strong writing skills and editorial judgment
• Familiarity with popular influencers, commentators, and opinion-makers
• Internship or work experience in a newsroom
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced atmosphere
• Flexibility to work various shifts when needed
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
• A motivated, self-starter attitude with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  
  

#EntryLevel #EarlyCareer

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $18.25-25.00 per hour for New York City and Westchester County, NY. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.